We will have an opening reception, an awards luncheon, and a "linear banquet".

The banquet will be on a train!. The train will leave the Anchorage station (one block from the Hilton) at precisely 5pm. It will return about 10pm (it will still be light!). We will ride through some of the most beautiful countryside in Alaska up to a glacier, and return the same way. When we see interesting wildlife, the train will slow or stop. Food and drink will be available on the train. 

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Many conference attendees will be buying extra train tickets for family members. It is absolutely essential that train reservations be made in advance! if you wish a spouse train ticket (including dinner), you MUST reserve it in advance. There will be an opportunity on the conference registration form to make as many reservations as you wish. The number of cars on the train and the amount of food must be planned ahead. We don't want to turn anyone away, so please reserve in advance.